The ban, announced on June 4, 2025, and effective from June 9, targets 12 countries, including Chad, citing concerns over visa overstays and national security. Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno condemned the decision as unjust and retaliated by suspending visas for Americans.

Students from Chad hoping to study in U.S. have hopes dashed by Trump administration’s travel ban

The ban, announced on June 4, 2025, and effective from June 9, targets 12 countries, including Chad, citing concerns over visa overstays and national security. Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno condemned the decision as unjust and retaliated by suspending visas for Americans.